For various reasons, older people are more susceptible to health problems associated with hot weather. One main reason is the greater probability they have a medical issue making them more vulnerable to heat stress. A related factor is whether they take medication putting them at higher risk. Central air conditioning installation can be important for their health and well-being. Here are some things to consider.
Perspiration and Circulation
People in this age group gradually experience reductions in perspiration levels.
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You're all bundled up and dreading stepping outside into the cold, so your air conditioner is probably the last thing on your mind. Sadly, the tilt of the Earth's axis and its rotation around the sun are both reasonably reliable, so winter will inevitably give way to spring and summer. If you've put off critical air conditioning maintenance, then the joy of a new summer may quickly turn into horror.
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If you're like most homeowners, your household heating system isn't something you give much thought to until and unless it malfunctions on a cold day or night. This can cause all sorts of inconveniences, such as being forced to spend the night or even the entire weekend huddled under a thick layer of blankets trying to stay warm until the repair service can fix the problem. In some cases, those who've suffered a furnace breakdown opt for the expense of staying in a nearby hotel or motel.
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Even though we're coming out of those hot summer months, it's still a good idea to perform regular maintenance and repair jobs on your air conditioning unit. As a matter of fact, the period between summer and winter is the perfect time to perform any kind of AC repair, because it's usually the downtime for most HVAC companies. In some cases, you may even be able to get those services at a significant discount.
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Most of us are familiar with what happens when your air conditioner goes out: you call a company to perform basic HVAC services and get it running again. But what happens when your furnace quits entirely or if you're replacing your old one with a new one to take advantage of energy-saving features? Since furnaces last between 18-20 years, you may not have experienced a furnace installation in a while (and it will hopefully be a while before you experience it again), so it's good to know what's involved in the process.
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